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The Voice resurrects an Idol reject

We’ve got just five contenders tonight, including one that will look familiar to “Idol”-heads.

Shakira and Usher have so far brought an easy chemistry to the panel. All the prickliness is gone with Christina Aguilera and her tiny hats. The true test, however, will be live shows. Still SO FAR AWAY.

Tawnya Reynolds: A veteran Nashville bar singer whose bleating delivery impresses every judge. Except Blake Shelton. UM, HELLO? Do you hear that natural twang, Blake? So many singers play that up, but hers seems genuine. Seems like a silly plot device, and he might pick her up in a later round. Shakira insists she’s the most country next to Blake. I don’t disagree. A lot of Shakira’s music (particularly her early stuff) has a rootsy, rural vibe. Team Shakira.

Josiah Hawley: So much for the voice. Before he even sings, we get a gratuitous shirtless shot. And he’s not bad on a Maroon 5 song. It’s a smooth, soulful reading that largely outdoes Adam Levine’s original. I said it. AND GO. Team Usher.

Midas Whale: Let’s get it out of the way. Yes, that is Jon Peter Lewis, a long way from season 3 of “American Idol.” Remember him?

He’s now part of a duo with a silly name, and their jangly version of “Folsom Prison Blues” nabs interest from all four judges. I don’t know. It just feels gimmicky and precious, much like he did on “Idol.” It’ll be interesting to see how this plays out. Team Adam.

Cathia: She’s a bit shaky in the beginning, but Cathia has a rich, husky tone that builds nicely. There are control and a few pitch issues, but that can be easily fixed. And she has an instantly adorable personality. But it sort of teeters on the edge of a certain “Saturday Night Live” character …

That Cathia is singing in Spanish only makes her choice obvious. Welcome home, the Girl You Wish You Hadn’t Started a Conversation With at a Party. Team Shakira.

Sarah Simmons: The judges all go to battle over the final singer, who brings sincerity to Joan Osborne’s “One of Us.” There’s a fragile quality to her vocals and performance that draws you in, but there are also some serious pitch, volume and control issues. Sarah McLachlan-lite. Team Adam.

Short, sweet and done. Not a bad night overall. Who did you love?

“The Voice” airs at 7 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays on NBC.

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